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The Johnson family's discoveries regarding classical education
Apr. 13, 2006
Arrectis Auribus
Which means, loosely translated,
On the alert.
Literaly, "with ears pricked up." This phrase could be useful on city streets and elsewhere.
(Pronunciation guide: ah-REH-ktees OW-rih-buus)
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hic et nunc
which means,
here and now
A person who demands immediate action, such as repayment of a debt, would say he wants it hic et nunc.
(Pronunciation guide: heek et nuunk)
These are our Latin phrases for this week. Taken from
Amo, Amas, Amat and More ..., by Eugene Ehrlich
This has proven to be a helpful little book, with phrases we can manage.
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